About
Apex Trading is a comprehensive wholesale cannabis management platform designed to simplify and scale B2B cannabis operations for sellers and buyers alike. The platform eliminates common wholesale pain points—endless email chains, inaccurate inventory, reliance on brokers—by centralizing every step of the wholesale workflow in one intuitive system. Key capabilities include real-time inventory management with full METRC compliance integration, one-click order processing that pushes directly to QuickBooks, and branded customizable storefronts that let sellers own their customer experience. Sellers can generate new leads through the built-in Vendor Marketplace and gain actionable insights through detailed sales and inventory reports, custom analytics dashboards, and wholesale market pricing data. Buyers benefit from a seamless browsing experience across live vendor menus, easy order placement, and the ability to discover new vendors via the marketplace. Automatic COA (Certificate of Analysis) attachment to invoices and marketing asset management further reduce manual administrative effort. With over 8,000 happy clients, more than 1 billion orders filled, and operations spanning 29 state markets, Apex Trading is trusted by cannabis companies of all sizes—from independent farms to large multi-state operators. Its responsive support team, continuous feature improvements based on user feedback, and affordable pricing make it the go-to wholesale solution for the cannabis industry.
Key Features
- METRC Integration: Seamlessly sync inventory and fulfillment data with METRC, ensuring compliance across all tracked cannabis transactions.
- QuickBooks Order Push: Automatically push completed orders directly to QuickBooks, eliminating manual bookkeeping and saving hours of administrative work.
- Branded Customizable Storefronts: Create white-labeled storefronts that reflect your brand, giving buyers a professional purchasing experience while you retain full ownership of customer relationships.
- Sales & Inventory Analytics: Access in-depth reports and build custom analytics dashboards to guide purchasing, pricing, and inventory decisions with real market data.
- Vendor Marketplace & Lead Generation: Get discovered by new buyers through the Apex Vendor Marketplace, and drive traffic via shareable storefront links and website menu embeds.
Use Cases
- Cannabis cultivators and manufacturers managing large wholesale inventories and needing real-time stock visibility with METRC compliance.
- Wholesale cannabis sellers looking to replace manual email-based ordering with a professional branded storefront and automated invoicing.
- Cannabis dispensaries and buyers wanting to browse live vendor menus, place orders, and discover new suppliers through a centralized marketplace.
- Cannabis business operators seeking to integrate wholesale order data directly into QuickBooks for streamlined accounting and financial reporting.
- Multi-state cannabis operators requiring a scalable enterprise platform with analytics, custom reporting, and market pricing insights to guide wholesale strategy.
Pros
- All-in-One Wholesale Solution: Handles inventory, orders, compliance, invoicing, and reporting in a single platform, reducing the need for multiple disconnected tools.
- Seamless Third-Party Integrations: Native METRC and QuickBooks integrations streamline compliance reporting and financial tracking without manual data entry.
- Strong Customer Support: Multiple customer testimonials highlight the team's responsiveness, hands-on onboarding assistance, and real-time feature improvements based on user feedback.
- Proven Scale: With 8,000+ clients and over 1 billion orders filled across 29 state markets, the platform is battle-tested for high-volume cannabis wholesale.
Cons
- Cannabis-Specific Use Only: The platform is purpose-built for the cannabis wholesale industry, making it unsuitable for businesses operating in other verticals.
- Onboarding Time Investment: Importing full inventory and configuring the platform requires a significant upfront time investment, as noted by users who acknowledge the extensive onboarding process.
- Pricing Not Publicly Listed: Plan pricing is not publicly disclosed on the website; prospective users must book a demo to learn costs, which can slow the evaluation process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apex Trading?
Apex Trading is a wholesale cannabis management platform that helps cannabis sellers and buyers manage inventory, process orders, maintain compliance via METRC, and grow their business through branded storefronts and a vendor marketplace.
Does Apex Trading integrate with METRC?
Yes. Apex Trading has a built-in METRC integration that links inventory management and order fulfillment directly to the state's cannabis tracking system, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Can I sync Apex Trading with QuickBooks?
Yes. Orders processed in Apex Trading can be pushed directly to QuickBooks, automating bookkeeping and financial tracking for your wholesale cannabis business.
How many states does Apex Trading support?
Apex Trading currently operates across 29 state markets, serving thousands of cannabis companies in states with legal cannabis programs.
How do I get started with Apex Trading?
You can book a demo through the Apex Trading website to see the platform in action and discuss pricing. There is also an option to register and create an account directly on the site.
